§ Mr. Swinglerasked the Minister of Transport whether, in view of public anxiety about the danger to children, he will consider reimposing the speed limit and establishing a warning sign in the vicinity of Dimsdale crossroads, Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Mr. BraithwaiteAfter careful consideration my right hon. Friend has come to the conclusion that a speed limit would not be justified here. Traffic on both the minor roads is controlled by "Halt" signs, and this should be quite effective. If children need to cross the road regularly on their way to and from school, I suggest that the local authority should consider the appointment of an adult patrol, for whose use my right hon. Friend would authorise, if necessary, a "Stop—Children Crossing" sign.